Fresh Vegetable Salad 🥗

Description:

This Fresh Vegetable Salad is a versatile dish that’s perfect for potlucks, cook-outs, or family gatherings. It’s always a favorite among guests! The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables marinated in a zesty dressing. I usually prepare it in the morning, allowing it to marinate for 8 hours, resulting in a burst of flavors by mealtime.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Servings: 12

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Vegetables: Start by mixing together the celery, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, and onion in a large serving bowl. Ensure they are evenly distributed for a colorful presentation.

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2. Prepare Dressing: In a jar suitable for shaking, combine the olive oil, fresh parsley, white wine vinegar, salt, ground mustard, pepper, and cloves of garlic. Close the lid tightly and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well combined.

3. Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the mixed vegetables in the serving bowl. Gently toss the salad to ensure that all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing. This step is crucial for infusing the flavors throughout the salad.

4. Marinate: Cover the salad bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together. For optimal taste, marinate for up to 8 hours. This resting period allows the vegetables to absorb the delicious flavors of the dressing, resulting in a more flavorful salad.

5. Serve: When ready to serve, use a slotted spoon to transfer the salad to individual plates or bowls. This helps drain any excess dressing, ensuring that the salad remains crisp and fresh.

6. Adjust Seasoning: Before serving, taste the salad and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more salt and pepper if desired, to enhance the flavors further.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 148.7
• Fat: 13.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.9g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 231.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 6.3g
  • Fiber: 1.9g
  • Sugar: 3g
• Protein: 1.2g

Keywords:

Potluck, Quick Recipe, Refrigerator, Vegetable Dish

Tips:

• For added crunch, you can sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds, such as almonds or sunflower seeds, on top of the salad before serving.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference or what’s in season. Bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas would also make delightful additions to this salad.
• This salad tastes even better the next day, as the flavors continue to develop. It makes for a delicious and healthy leftover lunch option!

Prepare this delightful Fresh Vegetable Salad for your next gathering, and watch it disappear within minutes as guests savor the crisp, refreshing flavors of this colorful dish!